Senior Investment Officer, Sustainable Infrastructure – FinDev Canada at Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada

Are you ready to advance your career while impacting change in emerging markets?

We are looking for a Senior Investment Officer, Sustainable Infrastructure!

Welcome to FinDev Canada, Canada’s development financial institution! We are looking for talented professionals to join our growing organization. At FinDev Canada, we are guided by our mandate and the opportunity to positively impact climate and nature action, gender equality and market development. We drive sustainable development by working with and through the private sector.

This is your opportunity to join a growing, dynamic team and leave your mark on our organization, on development finance, and on the world at large.

Team: Sustainable Infrastructure

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary

• Investments Infrastructure 20: $127,380 - $212,298 plus a performance-based incentive
  
  

Location:

• FinDev Canada headquarters is in downtown Montreal. For the right candidate, Ottawa or Toronto will be considered, with the flexibility to work under a hybrid model (home/office).
  
  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Impactful Work - At FinDev Canada, we are committed to promoting sustainable and inclusive growth in emerging markets and developing economies. Your work here will make a real difference, contributing to meaningful projects that have a lasting impact on communities around the world.
• Your Colleagues - Join a diverse and talented team that brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion to everything we do.
• Collaborative Culture - Collaboration is at the heart of our success. At FinDev Canada, we believe that working together not only enhances our business but also strengthens our ability to achieve our mission. Our culture is built on mutual support and teamwork, ensuring that we collectively drive our mandate and strategy forward.
• Perks and Benefits - Our Total Rewards offering goes beyond just a paycheck. We provide a comprehensive package designed to meet the diverse needs and life stages of our employees.
  
  

Position & Team Overview

FinDev Canada is seeking an experienced Senior Investment Officer in the Sustainable Infrastructure team, who will play a key role in originating, structuring, and managing tailored financial solutions for private sector companies in Sustainable Infrastructure sectors, including Energy, Transport, Water, and Digital Infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented and client-focused professional with strong project finance expertise to contribute to development through the private sector across emerging markets and developing economies.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Business Development: Identify and develop new business opportunities with current and potential clients and partners.
• Transaction Management: Lead key aspects of transaction delivery from origination, due diligence, and deal structuring to negotiation and closing of documentation for projects in the infrastructure sector.
• Risk Assessment: Analyze transaction risks and mitigants and present recommendations internally.
• Internal Communication: Collaborate effectively with management and internal stakeholders (Risk, Impact, Legal, and committees) throughout the investment and approval process.
• Portfolio Management: Follow-up with the Portfolio team a portfolio of customers/transactions; monitor risks; recommend mitigation strategies and support options.
• Relationship Building and Industry Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with clients, banking, and DFI/multilateral partners to develop high-quality business opportunities, represent FinDev Canada at industry events.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to improving investment processes, tools, and practices in line with leading approaches.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance to junior team members on transaction analysis, deal management and credit process.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Must-haves

• CFA, MBA, or MSc in Finance (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 8–10 years of relevant experience in Sustainable Infrastructure, ideally addressing both project and corporate finance
• Strong understanding of sustainable development principles
• Proven experience in structuring and negotiating complex transactions
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
  
  

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with Development Finance Institutions or Multilateral Development Banks
• Knowledge of economic and development issues in developing countries, preferably in Latin America, the Caribbean, and/or Sub-Saharan Africa
• Fluency in English; proficiency in French and/or Spanish preferred
  
  

Ready to take the next steps?

Apply now! Please include your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

Want to learn more about FinDev Canada? Visit www.findevcanada.ca

FinDev Canada is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds and with a range of ability, and nurturing a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed and be their truest selves. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Posting Date

Dec 23, 2025, 12:32:12 PM

Primary Location:

Quebec-Montreal

Job Type

Permanent

Schedule

Full-time

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